Moroccan society, with its rich tapestry of Amazigh, Arab, Islamic, and Jewish influences, has long been characterized by a deep respect for the roles of both men and women. This article delves into the historical practices and social values that highlight the care and esteem Moroccan men have traditionally......

Casablanca Events & Animations, in collaboration with the City of Casablanca, presents a vibrant program for Ramadan, blending spirituality, culture, and artistic expression. Central to this initiative is the Quran Recitation and Samaa Contest, showcasing the city’s most captivating voices.......

The 28th Fes Festival of Sacred Music: A Global Stage in Morocco From May 16 to May 24, 2025, the imperial city of Fes will host the 28th edition of the Fes Festival of Sacred Music, an internationally acclaimed event that has become a cultural and spiritual hallmark of Morocco. This year’s theme,......

Ramadan, a time of reflection and celebration, brings with it a unique energy that blends serenity with festivity. This year, Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech is amplifying the spirit of the holy month with the second edition of Layali El Bahja — an immersive experience that promises evenings......

Nine Moroccan authors and researchers have received distinguished recognition at the inaugural Doha Arabic Book Prize, demonstrating Morocco's continued excellence in Arabic scholarship. The competition drew over 1,200 submissions from 35 countries across multiple categories. Abderrahmane Boudraa......

Four key Moroccan institutions have joined forces to safeguard Tbourida, the country's UNESCO-recognized equestrian heritage, through a groundbreaking partnership agreement signed in Rabat. The collaboration aims to protect and develop this ancestral Arab-Amazigh art form, which earned UNESCO intangible......

Fatiha Zemmouri has established herself as a significant figure in contemporary Moroccan art through her innovative work with raw materials and abstract forms. Born in Casablanca in 1966, she divides her time between her home city and Marrakech, exploring themes of transformation, regeneration, and the......

Morocco's traditional rural communities, known as douars, are at a crossroads. As the nation grapples with modernization and climate change, these ancient settlements have become a focal point for researchers and policymakers seeking to balance preservation with progress. To address this critical......

In a bold move to reshape Morocco's cultural landscape, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid has called for a transformation in the nation's approach to cultural and creative industries (CCIs). Speaking at the opening of the second edition of the CCI Sessions in......

The 19th World Sufi Meeting commenced on Wednesday evening in Madagh, Berkane Province, Morocco, under the theme "Sufism and the Fate of Values in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." This prestigious event, held under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, brings together academics, thinkers,......

In a recent conference held in Marrakech, Ahmed Toufiq, the Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, highlighted the historical and ongoing contributions of Sufi brotherhoods to the enhancement of Moroccan-African relations. This gathering, themed “Ahmed Baba of Timbuktu: A Model of Civilizational......

The Melodic Tapestry of Languages Morocco's linguistic landscape is a vibrant blend where Arabic and Berber serve as the official languages. French often weaves through daily conversations, with Spanish and English adding their own harmonious notes. A Mosaic of Heritage The Berbers, Morocco's......

In a landmark move, Morocco’s Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, in partnership with the National Agency for Land Conservation, Cadastre, and Cartography (ANCFCC), has announced the launch of the nation's first national archaeological map. This initiative marks a significant stride......